Shamrock 2 (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Shamrock 2 (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 0.041 N,2 18.76 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.000683
  • Longitude: 2.312667
Wreck Depth 36 m
Water Depth 36 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SHAMROCK 2 (PROBABLY)
Type trawler
Flag BE
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 10, 1968
Original Detection Year 1968
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2416/60 8.11.68 H2416/60 8.11.68 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS S END OF WELL BANK. (LL, AUG '68). H6285/69 27.1.70 H6285/69 27.1.70 WK, PROBABLY SHAMROCK 2, FOUND USING E/S & DCS3 IN 530002N, 021840E. SCOUR ONLY - 146FT IN GEN DEPTH 122FT. LOCATED DURING PIPELINE SURVEY USING MAGNETOMETER, E/S AND DCS3. (KELVIN HUGHES, 1969 - K5733/4). INS AS NDW. BR STD. 1.12.72 1.12.72 AMEND TO USC 10FMS. NE 1503. 29.8.74 29.8.74 AMEND TO USC 18MTRS. NC 106. HH090/524/01 7.1.92 HH090/524/01 7.1.92 EXAM'D 8.8.91. LARGE SCOUR, 300 X 100 X 4MTRS DEEP, LOCATED IN 530001N, 021852.6E [OGB] USING SYLEDIS. NO EVIDENCE FOUND OF PROMINENT WK. IF ONE IS PRESENT IT IS MOST LIKELY TO THE SE OF THE SCOUR AT EDGE OF THE SAND RIPPLE FIELD. (LAND & MARINE, HI 525). SHOWN AS WK 36MTRS ON M1807. AMEND TO WK 36MTRS IN 530001N, 021852.5E ON 106,1503. DELETE OTHER SCALES. - NM 387 /92. HH090/520/01 3.2.92 HH090/520/01 3.2.92 NOTHING FOUND DURING BASIC AREA SEARCH. NO MAGNETIC DEFLECTION OCCURRED. (NP 1008, HI 520). NCA YET. HH090/616/01 21.11.94 HH090/616/01 21.11.94 NOT LOCATED. SCOUR FOUND IN LISTED POS'N. POSSIBLY BURIED. (GARDLINE, HI 616). AMENDED DEAD.
Last Amended Date Oct 1, 2002

General Comments

PROBABLY BURIED

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 0.041 N,2 18.76 E
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FAQ

Where is the SHAMROCK 2 (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The SHAMROCK 2 (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 0.041 N,2 18.76 E.

How deep is the SHAMROCK 2 (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The SHAMROCK 2 (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 36 meters and is located at coordinates 53 0.041 N,2 18.76 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SHAMROCK 2 (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the SHAMROCK 2 (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 36 meters deep.

When did the SHAMROCK 2 (PROBABLY) sink?

The SHAMROCK 2 (PROBABLY) sank on Aug 10, 1968.

When was the wreck of the SHAMROCK 2 (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the SHAMROCK 2 (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1968.

What country did the SHAMROCK 2 (PROBABLY) belong to?

The SHAMROCK 2 (PROBABLY) belonged to BE.

What type of wreck is the SHAMROCK 2 (PROBABLY)?

The SHAMROCK 2 (PROBABLY) is classified as a trawler.

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